Department :

Maternal & Child Health - Historical

Posting Open Date : 05 / 07 / 2024

05 / 07 / 2024

Application Deadline :

06 / 07 / 2024

Open Until Filled : Position Type :

Position Type : Postdoctoral Scholar

Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Title : Post-Doc Trainee

Post-Doc Trainee

Vacancy ID : PDS004208

PDS004208

Full-time / Part-time :

Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week : FTE :

FTE : Work Location :

Work Location : Chapel Hill, NC

Chapel Hill, NC

Position Location : North Carolina, US

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range : $56,484 - $59,592

$56,484 - $59,592

Proposed Start Date :

06 / 17 / 2024

Estimated Duration of Appointment :

12 Months

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities and is among is the top ten research universities in the nation for federal research expenditures as well as for federally funded social and behavioral sciences research and development.

Here at Carolina, our highly skilled postdocs play a vital role in our research enterprise and towards our overall commitment to research excellence.

Across many disciplines, postdocs contribute to the intellectual vitality of the University. They provide innovative ideas and perspectives, foster a stimulating research environment and advance knowledge within their fields.

Postdocs are crucial members of our scientific research workforce, contributors to our research outputs and an important reason why Carolina is one of the leading public research institutions in the country.

UNC-Chapel Hill offers postdocs comprehensive medical and vision coverage , paid leave, and benefits and services that support professional development and a healthy work / life balance.

Chapel Hill regularly ranks as one of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, a reputation guided by the diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

Founded in 1950, our Department of Maternal and Child Health is one of the world’s leading academic departments for research, teaching and practice.

We are dedicated to improving the health of women, children and families domestically and globally. Our teaching program provides students with broad exposure to maternal and child health population needs and priorities, as well as with the skills to become leaders of tomorrow.

Currently the department has 31 faculty members, 20 of whom have primary appointments in Maternal and Child Health (MCH).

Given the interdisciplinary nature of our department, faculty and staff research interests and activities span the full array of issues and areas of focus for the maternal and child health population.

Our initiatives are designed to create new knowledge and directly improve the health of this population.

Position Summary :

This one year postdoctoral program will prepare the scholar for successful academic positions within the field of MCH. It enhances scholars’ proficiency in MCH research (including scientific publication), teaching (including curriculum development), conceptual knowledge, communication, and professionalism / leadership.

Postdoctoral scholar will work with MCH faculty and an array of partners, including those from the Maternal and Child Health Bureau, state / local Title V agencies, and others.

The postdoctoral scholar will be expected to publish 2 or more scientific publications each year.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

Candidates who have completed or are close to completing doctoral training in varied disciplines are eligible to apply. Although candidates close to completing their doctoral work may apply, the doctoral work must be completed before actually beginning the postdoctoral program.

Preference will be given to candidates with research oriented doctorates (e.g., PhD, DrPH, ScD) or clinical degrees (e.g.

MD, DO, DDS), and those focusing on MCH work within the United States.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Training / experience in statistical programs (such as SAS, SPSS or other programs), as well as word processing programs.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Candidates should have doctoral training in research methods, including quantitative data analysis. They should also have graduate training in substantive areas relevant to the health and well-being of women, children, and / or families.

Special Instructions :

For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here

Last updated : 2024-05-12